King of Great Britain and Ireland (1765–1837) from 1830 to 1837, he earned the sobriquet ‘Sailor King’ for his youthful service in the Royal Navy. ALS signed “William,” one page, 7.25 x 9, January 18, 1828. In part: “I am glad to perceive Your Lordship agrees with me so entirely in sentiment—respecting the merits of Captain Usher as an Officer…However I must call Your Lordship’s view to the superior knowledge and activity of Sr. James Gordon that he is really lost where he now is and I believe him in every respect perfectly qualified to take charge of a Dock Yard.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$50.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
